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İspir, Turkey

Erzurum · 🇹🇷 Turkey

İspir is a small city in Erzurum, Turkey with a population of 12,906. Elevation: 3,816 ft (1,163 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
12,906 Population 17/sq mi density
3,816 ft Elevation 1,163 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
22.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.6%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
137% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population12,906
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,375
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking31.1%
Depression2.6%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation3,816 ft (1,163 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.6%
High School+95.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.0%
Population12,906
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation3,816 ft (1,163 m)
Coordinates40.4798°, 40.9937°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceErzurum
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation22.1 inches (560 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Age32.2 years

Is İspir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, İspir receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. İspir stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

İspir has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.1 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

İspir has a population of 12,906 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,906
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
776.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

İspir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

İspir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in İspir is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: İspir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,375

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
137% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living31.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In İspir, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.1% are current smokers. 2.6% report depression. 81.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: İspir vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
High Blood Pressure32.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking31.1%
122% above US avg
Binge Drinking2.2%
Physical Inactivity81.3%
Depression2.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

İspir has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.1 inches. The area enjoys 296 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.1 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.5%

Geography

Elevation3,816 ft (1,163 m)
Area776.8 sq mi (2,012.0 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates40.4798°N, 40.9937°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.6%
32% above US avg
High School+95.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area776.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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